Understanding Type 2 diabetes

Normally, insulin (secreted by the pancreas) maintains proper levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. When levels start to rise, insulin moves glucose from the blood into cells and signals the liver to cease glucose output. Cells use glucose for energy or store it as glycogen for later use.

In Type 2 diabetes, the body doesn't make enough insulin or is resistant to it. This allows the blood glucose to remain too high, which can lead to kidney, eye, nerve and blood vessel damage, as well as increased risk of heart attack and stroke. For more information visit diabetes.org. Source: McClatchy Newspapers

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